Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
Open for reservations. Backpack camping requires advance reservation at least 2 business days prior through ReserveAmerica. Campers are restricted to the campsite during curfew hours (10pm-5am).
Heat Advisory issued August 6 at 10:57PM PDT until August 9 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Daytime highs in the mid 90s to low 100s. Nighttime lows in the mid 60s to mid 70s. * WHERE...The Santa Clara Valley and Eastern Hills, The East Bay Hills and Valleys, Western Sonoma County Hills, The Santa Cruz Mountains, Interior Monterey County and the Santa Lucia Range, Most of San Benito County and the Cholame Hills in Southeast Monterey County, and North Bay Interior Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Saturday to 10 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The hottest locations will be across the far interior.
About
Morgan Territory Regional Preserve offers a secluded backpack camping experience in the rolling sandstone hills of eastern Contra Costa County. The preserve spans 5,323 acres and features over 90 species of wildflowers in spring, making it a destination for both hikers and equestrians. The backpack camp is located approximately 2.8 miles from the staging area and accommodates groups of 1-20 people. Amenities include several picnic tables, a vault toilet, hitching rails, and non-potable water that must be filtered, treated, or boiled before drinking. Campers must pack out all trash. Campfires are prohibited, but camp stoves are permitted. Access is hike-in only with limited parking (5 passes available, no overflow). The staging area can be reached from I-580 in Livermore by taking N. Livermore Ave. north, then turning right onto Morgan Territory Road for about 5.5 miles. Alternatively, from Walnut Creek/Concord, take Clayton Road to Marsh Creek Road, then Morgan Territory Road for 9.4 miles.
Directions
From I-580 in Livermore, exit N. Livermore Ave. and turn north. Shortly after N. Livermore curves left (west), turn right onto Morgan Territory Road and continue about 5.5 miles to the staging area. From Walnut Creek/Concord, take Clayton Road to Marsh Creek Road, then turn right onto Morgan Territory Road. The staging area is 9.4 miles from Marsh Creek Road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 327-2757 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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